2009 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2006 BMW 630
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 630. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 630 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 1264 kg more than 2006 BMW 630.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 630. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz C | 2006 BMW 630 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | C | 630 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2146 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2830 kg | 1566 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |